Michael Sheen News

Michael Sheen will fund new theatre company, the Welsh National Theatre, which has officially launched in the wake of the folding of the National Theatre Wales.

Shakespeare Theatre Company has announced National Theatre Live screenings coming to Harman Hall this February. Kicking off the month of screenings is The Donmar Warehouse production of Macbeth: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo.

Winners have been announced for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! The 2024 Regional Awards honour regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2023 through September 30, 2024.

Theatrical streaming service National Theatre at Home has announced the arrival of the Jodie Comer-led Prima Facie to the platform, available to stream beginning December 12, for a limited time.

The award-winning musical The Producers is finally returning to London in its first revival since debuting on the West End in 2004. The show, based on the iconic 1967 film of the same name by Mel Brooks, tells the story of two producers who discover that a producer could make more from a Broadway flop than a hit, which leads them to put on what they think will be the worst show in history - Springtime for Hitler.

Comedian, actor and writer Jack Whitehall and his father Michael Whitehall will embark across the UK for a strictly limited tour of their brand new show Jack & Michael Whitehall Live.

Following the success of the inaugural “Take Your Seats” initiative in 2023, theatrical streaming service National Theatre at Home has announced this year’s edition of “Take Your Seat” with a free stream of Nye, starring Michael Sheen. 

Jack and Michael Whitehall will present a work-in-progress show for one night at the Savoy Theatre, offering audiences a glimpse into their creative process and new material.

Concord Theatricals announced the acquisition of licensing rights for several plays by James Graham, including INK, THIS HOUSE, LABOUR OF LOVE, A HISTORY OF FALLING THINGS, and QUIZ.

National Theatre at Home, the National Theatre's pioneering streaming platform, has announced a collection of iconic productions and heartwarming stories are set to join the platform for the festive season.

All new photos have been released the opening night of the West End transfer of Macbeth starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo at the Harold Pinter Theatre which took place last night. Those in attendance included Fearne Cotton, Poppy Delevingne, Alex Hassell, Celia Imrie, Aidan Turner and Michael Sheen.

Beyond its simple gimmick, White Rabbit Red Rabbit remains a refreshingly authentic piece of theatre in a time when even the most improvised works have an element of rehearsal.

Further performances announced for WHITE RABBIT RED RABBIT by Nassim Soleimanpour. The award-winning international hit continues to captivate audiences with its unique theatrical experience.

The Young Vic Theatre has announced that Executive Director Lucy Davies will leave the organisation in December 2024 to take up the position of Chief Executive of Brighton Dome and Brighton Festival. 

The international hit White Rabbit Red Rabbit challenges a fearless performer to take centre stage with no preparation, no director and no idea what will greet them as they open a sealed envelope and take out the script. Learn how to purchase tickets.

With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.

18 drama school students from across the UK have been awarded Laurence Olivier bursaries, administered by the Society of London Theatre (SOLT), to help them complete their training. 

Pentabus has revealed its cast for Seen, a new production from Pentabus Young Writers, including Matthew Bulgo, recently seen alongside Michael Sheen in Nye at the National Theatre, Wales Millenium Centre, and at cinemas as part of National Theatre Live.

Equity has responded to Welsh National Opera chorus cuts. 

An open letter has been put together urging the UK government to protect the Welsh National Opera, which has fallen victim to cuts causing issues in its operation. Among those who have signed the letter, organized by Soprano Elizabeth Atherton, are Michael Sheen, Ruth Jones, Luke Evans, and more.